ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Frequency coordinator

Okay kiddo, imagine your teacher is giving a test to the whole class. Everyone is using a pencil to write down their answers on the paper. But if everyone starts speaking loudly at the same time, it would be hard for the teacher to hear each student's answer. And if they all start using their erasers at the same time, the sound could be very loud and annoying.

The same thing happens with something called "radio frequencies." These are like invisible waves of energy that let us use things like cell phones and walkie-talkies to talk to each other without being right next to each other. But if too many people try to use these radio frequencies at the same time, it can cause a lot of confusion and noise.

That's where someone called a "frequency coordinator" comes in. They are like the teacher who keeps the test running smoothly. They help radio users figure out which frequencies are available and make sure that no one's signals interfere with each other. This helps everyone communicate clearly, without any interruptions or confusion.